Candicute Lotion
Manufacturer
Remedial Healthcare
Salt Composition
Clotrimazole (1% w/v)
Key Information
Short Description
Candicute Lotion is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, nappy rash, sweat rash, and vaginal thrush.
Dosage Form
Lotion
Introduction
Candicute Lotion is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as that may cause increased side effects. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. The effects of this medicine can be increased by keeping the affected area clean and dry and washing hands before and after treating the infection.
Directions for Use
This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.
Safety Information
Side Effects
skin irritation redness or itching at the site of application
Alcohol Warning
No interaction found/established
Breastfeeding Warning
Candicute Lotion is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Candicute Lotion is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Amisulpride Aripiprazole Chlorpromazine Cilostazol
How it works
Candicute Lotion is an antifungal medication which treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane.
Quick Tips
Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes. Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use. Keep your vagina clean and dry. Use a separate clean towel for the infected area. Take a shower with antifungal soap after gyming or severe sweating. Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others. Apply a sufficient amount to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin. Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Inform your doctor if the infection does not clear up even after four weeks of treatment. If used topically on the nipple area, wash breasts before feeding your child. Do not apply Candicute Lotion on cuts or burns. Keep away from children.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Candicute Lotion used for?
Candicute Lotion is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm (a fungal skin infection causing a red scaly rash on different parts of the body), athlete’s foot, fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It also relieves irritation of the vulva (external thrush) and irritation occurring at the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush.
Which types of fungi does Candicute Lotion effectively treat?
Candicute Lotion is effective against Trichophyton species which cause ringworm infection, athlete's foot, and jock itch. It is also effective against yeast known as Candida, which commonly causes vaginal thrush (infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast called Candida albicans).
How soon can I expect to see improvements after starting Candicute Lotion?
Symptoms like itching or soreness should improve within a few days of treatment. However, the signs like redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. Do not stop applying this medicine before the duration advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
What precautions should I take when applying Candicute Lotion?
Always wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying Candicute Lotion. If you are using the cream for an infected foot, wash and dry your feet thoroughly before applying the cream, especially between the toes, before applying the cream. Candicute Lotion should be applied thinly and evenly and rubbed gently onto the affected areas two or three times daily.
How long should I use Candicute Lotion and can I stop if symptoms completely disappear?
The duration of treatment depends on the type of infection. In general, the treatment is continued for 1 month for tinea infection and for at least 15 days for candida infection. Do not stop the treatment on your own even if you feel better because the infection may come back as it takes some time to kill the fungus.
Is Candicute Lotion safe for children?
Candicute Lotion is safe for children only if taken as directed by a doctor. It should be given to children in the correct dose only for the prescribed length of time. Minor side effects may occur but usually, they are not bothersome. However, if you develop a burning sensation, redness, and itching (which is severe in nature), stop the medicine and contact your doctor.
What other measures can I take to speed up recovery?
Keep the affected skin areas clean and dry but avoid excessive rubbing. You may have the urge to scratch because of itchiness, but avoid scratching as it will damage the surface of the skin and cause the infection to spread further. Do not share towels, bath mats, etc. with other people as you could spread the infection to them.
Does Candicute Lotion affect contraception?
Candicute Lotion may reduce the effectiveness of rubber contraceptives, like diaphragms and condoms. If you are using the cream on the vulva or penis, you should use alternative methods of contraception, for at least 5 days after using Candicute Lotion.
